We are More Than Just a Parks and Recreation Board

The Capilano Suspension Bridge
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When you think about parks and recreation boards, you may automatically think of the people who determine when the municipal pools will open, when the city softball season will start, when the recreation centers will be open, and other things.

That’s where you may be surprised when you visit our website. The Parks and Recreation website gives you more information about the City of Burnaby than that which only applies to parks and recreation-related matters. For example, on this website you can find information on the Burnaby Village Museum, the Capilano suspension bridge, and the Gateway casinos. You’ll also be able to find information on the best places to eat or hoist a few glasses, as well as where to go for other types of entertainment. You might even be able to find information on cheap holiday rentals.

By now, you’re probably taking another look to make sure you have typed in the right URL, because you could swear you were visiting a tourism website instead of a municipal board’s website. But, don’t worry. You’re in the right place.

You may be wondering if there is any information included that would actually be considered as parks and recreation-related. There is. You can learn all about the beautiful public parks and gardens, as well as where to go to see some of the Burnaby Eco-Sculptures.

For a parks and recreation board to make such a bold move as featuring “tourist” information on its website takes a lot of nerve. When you think about it, though, it’s not such a bad idea after all. It gives the city a chance to showcase the unique things it has to offer, and doing so on a municipal board’s website helps it stand out among the crowd of website entries that one may have to wade through on a typical travel or tourist website.

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Burnaby Lake Regional Park

How do you combine the want to have fun with the want to take a break and relax? Those who vacation struggle with trying to find the balance in this every single day and that is nothing to be sad about but it’s a fact that there are times when you want to let your hair down and play the day away and there are times when you want to just take a load off and feel the calm that you don’t often feel in your normal life. Don’t be sad if you feel this way. It’s normal and if you take a trip to Burnaby you will feel that there is in fact an answer out there that combines fun and relaxation.

Everyone knows of the beauty and the fun of Burnaby but many don’t know that those two things are one in the same in this smaller but amazing Canadian city. The fact is that Burnaby is one of the best places to vacation and has been known by many visitors for years. It’s a well of good food and good entertainment. And one of the best ways to entertain yourself is by heading over to the Burnaby Lake Regional Nature Park. This is one of the most fun and relaxing ways to spend a day. There you can find yourself in the lap of luxury as you stare out onto a lake that was started as a melted glacier 12,000 years ago. There is a marsh there that is so tranquil and you will spend all day long just looking at the wildlife. Whether it be beavers, ducks or turtles they will all be doing their part to exist as part of the marsh. This is the only place for you.

But the word “fun”was mentioned. There is a lot to do out on the lake like kayaking, canoeing, and even some rowing. You can literally spend an entire day out on the water and have a time you won’t soon forget.

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What to Do in Central Park

Everyone says that there park is the best in the world but that is a distinction that can only be appreciated by a few select cities. There are more than enough parks in the world to have everyone vying for the title of the best park but there is a park in the lesser known city of Burnaby that might just have reason to lay stake to the claim of the best park. The Central Park in the center of the city might be one of the best reasons to go there.

Burnaby is a city that often gets overshadowed by some of the surrounding cities but that is only because of history not because of the level of satisfaction you would get by staying there. Burnaby has a host of great restaurants and great things to do but one of the things that people forget about that can not only be fun but can also be cost effective is spending some time in Central Park. This is a great park and there are a million things to do but if you don’t believe that then it’s time you took a look for yourself.

You can start the morning off with a little breakfast in the park. There you will find a ton of open space for you to just have a good time and enjoy the view of the city and the mountains from where you sit. Central Park is one of the best kept parks in all the world so there will always be a comfortable view.

Then you can head to the tennis courts and see if you are as good as you think you are. Don’t worry about not getting a court, there are plenty there to choose from. And once you have finished at the courts and you’ve worked up a sweat you can head over to the indoor pool and cool yourself off for the afternoon. There are a million things to do at Central Park: the world’s best kept secret.

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Things to do in Burnaby Park

Burnaby_Mountain_Park
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Burnaby is one of the most beautiful cities in British Columbia. With a mixture of eye-catching architecture, natural beauty and fun things to do, Burnaby Park is one of the areas that most stand out in the city. If you have a few hours to relax or even an entire day without plans, why not spend it relaxing in this wonderful park?

Fun times can be had in the park whatever the weather. If the sun is out, a traditional picnic can be a great way to spend time with friends and loved ones. Picnics are ideal for both large groups and romantic couples. There are plenty of green spaces and picturesque areas for you to sit down in, so you will be spoiled for choice!

The park also numerous bicycle paths and walkways for those who wish to get a bit of exercise. Cycling can be a great way to really cover a lot of distance in the park and can be great for families as cycling at a slow speed can be enjoyable for both old and young. If you are on your own, going for a jog through the park may also provide a welcome bit of relaxation.

Burnaby Park is well known for its wildlife. There are a number of birds and different types of plants in the park for those who want to get back to nature. Another great thing about Burnaby Park is that changes in the weather do not necessarily have to spoil your day. There are a number of gazebos and roofed seating areas scattered throughout the park if it starts to rain a little. Granted, it may perhaps not be ideal to be out in the park in a downpour, but if there is just a small amount of rain for a temporary period, why not ride it out under shelter? The day will be more enjoyable again once the rain has gone.

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